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Iran's Supreme Leader says does not seek war in written message

We did not seek war and we do not want it, Irans Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said in the message read out on state TV

The Hindu 10 Apr 2026 1:07 am

Indonesia downplays World Bank growth cut to 4.7 percent

Indonesias top economic official played down the World Banks downgrade of the countrys 2026 growth ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 10:30 pm

Govt outlines strategy to expand digital infrastructure

The Communication and Digital Ministry has outlined its strategy to expand digital infrastructure by 2029 by advancing ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 10:22 pm

Indonesia strongly condemns Israeli attacks in Lebanon

Indonesia on Thursday strongly condemned Israeli strikes on multiple locations in Lebanon, including Beirut, saying the ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 10:20 pm

Netanyahu authorises direct talks with Lebanon 'as soon as possible'

Lebanon has spent the last 24 hours advocating for a temporary ceasefire, an official said; U.S. V-P Vance to lead talks in Islamabad

The Hindu 9 Apr 2026 10:13 pm

Frozen shrimp lead East Kalimantan exports in Q1

Frozen tiger prawns and frozen pink shrimp have emerged as top export commodities in East Kalimantan's fisheries ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 9:18 pm

Indonesia targets domestic EV motorcycles, fuel bikes for export

Indonesia plans to reshape its motorcycle industry by directing domestic production and sales toward electric ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 9:05 pm

Indonesia's BPOM approves wider measles vaccine use amid outbreaks

Indonesia's Food and Drug Monitoring Agency (BPOM) has approved the expanded use of the measles vaccine for at-risk ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 9:05 pm

EU slams Hormuz toll idea, urges unrestricted freedom of navigation

International law provides for the freedom of navigation, which means... basically no payment or toll whatsoever, says European Commission spokesman Anouar El Anouni

The Hindu 9 Apr 2026 9:03 pm

Indonesia to expand internship program coverage: minister

The Indonesian government plans to expand the geographic coverage and job sectors of the 2026 National Internship ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 8:58 pm

Indonesian govt says disaster recovery in Sumatra still ongoing

Public Works Minister Dody Hanggodo said post-disaster recovery efforts in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra are ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 8:51 pm

Danantara forms Denera to expand waste-to-energy push

Indonesias sovereign wealth fund Danantara Indonesia has set up a new state-owned vehicle to accelerate ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 8:50 pm

Indonesia pushes cattle-palm integration to cut feed costs

Indonesia's Agriculture Ministry is strengthening cattle and oil palm integration through the Cattle-Oil Palm ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 8:38 pm

Meta complies with Indonesia's restrictions on access for children

Indonesian Communication and Digital Affairs Minister Meutya Hafidwelcomed the good intent shown by technology ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 8:27 pm

Prabowo calls Indonesia a ising giant amid global crisis

President Prabowo Subianto expressed optimism that Indonesia is emerging as a rising giant, citing strong ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 7:43 pm

RI's Air Force plans radar expansion to strengthen airspace monitoring

The Indonesian Air Force (TNI AU) will expand its radar coverage with plans to consolidate 30 radar units nationwide by ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 6:55 pm

Bali Police stress island's safety after South Korea travel advisory

Balis police force has sought to reassure international visitors following a travel advisory from the South ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 6:42 pm

Manpower Minister expects WFH policy not to reduce productivity

Manpower Minister Yassierli said the implementation of a one-day-per-week work-from-home (WFH) arrangement for civil ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 6:26 pm

Finance Minister confident Indonesia can defy World Bank's growth cut

Indonesias Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa voiced confidence that the countrys economy will ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 6:24 pm

Indonesia eyes FSU, bunkering rules to boost maritime sector

Indonesia's Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa plans to draft regulations for floating storage units (FSU) and ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 6:16 pm

China denies reports of support to Iran's military during war with U.S.

China's position on the Iran issue is above-board and straightforward. We have always upheld an objective and impartial stance, says Defence Ministry spokesperson Zhang Xiaogang

The Hindu 9 Apr 2026 6:09 pm

Indonesia cracks down on illegal sale of nitrous oxide 'Baby Whip'

Indonesias Food and Drug Monitoring Agency (BPOM) and the National Police have launched a crackdown on the ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 6:06 pm

Gov't striving to protect middle class from downgrading: Minister

Coordinating Minister for Community Empowerment Abdul Muhaimin Iskandar stated that the government is striving to ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 5:59 pm

Minister says regulations aimed to protect children in digital realm

Minister of Law Supratman Andi Agtas, during a meeting with digital platform companies here on Thursday, emphasized ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 5:41 pm

Gov't maintains subsidized fuel price, prioritizes affordability: VP

Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka said the government remains committed to maintaining stable subsidized fuel ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 4:56 pm

Minister Purbaya addresses permit issue for Galang Batang SEZ

Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa is addressing the issue of permit faced by PT GBKEK Industri Park, the manager of ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 4:43 pm

ASEAN-SEAMEO roadmap to boost early childhood education: Indonesia

The ASEAN-SEAMEO joint roadmap on early childhood education will guide efforts to improve education quality across ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 4:34 pm

Prabowo says Indonesia remains optimistic amid global crisis

President Prabowo Subianto expressed optimism that Indonesia can weather global challenges, citing the country's ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 4:00 pm

Gas explosion damages classrooms at Bogor elementary school

A gas explosion at a padel court cafeteria damaged five classrooms at Ciangsana 03 State Elementary School in Gunung ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 3:34 pm

Prabowo plans processing centers for bio-based aviation fuel

President Prabowo Subianto announced that the government will establish processing centers to convert palm oil and used ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 3:19 pm

Prabowo targets mass production of electric sedans by 2028

President Prabowo Subianto has expressed hope that Indonesia will begin mass production of electric sedans by 2028, as ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 2:58 pm

President Prabowo inspects electric bus at new factory in Magelang

President Prabowo Subianto inspected an electric Transjakarta bus on Thursday during the inauguration of an electric ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 2:51 pm

Baznas, Bappenas integrate zakat into national development planning

The National Alms Agency is bolstering collaboration with the Ministry of National Development Planning (Bappenas) and ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 2:41 pm

Gresik SEZ hosts Indonesia's first melamine plant project

Construction of Indonesia's first melamine plant has begun in the Gresik Special Economic Zone (SEZ), East Java, ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 2:35 pm

Indonesia's Prabowo inaugurates electric vehicle plant in Magelang

Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto delivers a speech during the inauguration of PT VKTR Sakti Industries' ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 2:16 pm

Indonesia aims to end fuel imports within three years

President Prabowo Subianto is targeting Indonesia to stop all fuel imports within the next two to three years while ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 2:05 pm

Prabowo inaugurates commercial electric vehicle plant in Central Java

President Prabowo Subianto inaugurated an electric commercial vehicle assembly plant operated by PT VKTR Teknologi ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 1:54 pm

Indonesia to form task force to thwart unauthorized Hajj travel

Indonesias Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, in coordination with the National Police (Polri), will establish a task ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 1:37 pm

Govt to maintain debt ratio, deficit at set limits

President Prabowo Subianto has reaffirmed the governments commitment to maintaining the debt-to-GDP ratio at ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 12:21 pm

Indonesia launches national vocational training for 10,000 workers

Indonesia has launched the first phase of its 2026 National Vocational Training Program, with more than ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 12:10 pm

Indonesia requests dedicated Hajj terminal from Saudi Arabia

President Prabowo Subianto has requested approval from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to build a dedicated terminal for ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 12:09 pm

Village ministry, Baznas integrate zakat to boost rural economy

Indonesias National Zakat Agency (Baznas) and the Ministry of Villages and Development of Disadvantaged ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 11:57 am

Indonesia yet to decide on TNI withdrawal from UNIFIL: Minister

Indonesia has not made a decision on withdrawing its Defense Forces (TNI) personnel from the United Nations Interim ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 11:49 am

Indonesia, India explore higher education ties in business, economics

Indonesia and India are exploring higher education collaboration in the fields of business and economics to expand ...

Antara News 9 Apr 2026 10:26 am

Key state polls begin in test for Modi's party

Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party is trying to expand into regions where it has struggled to gain a foothold.

BBC 9 Apr 2026 7:30 am

Trumpweighs punishing certain NATO countries over lack of Iran war support, reports say

The proposal would involve moving U.S. troops out of NATO member countries deemed unhelpful to the Iran war effort

The Hindu 9 Apr 2026 2:21 am

Minister denies reshuffle plan as salary cuts remain undecided

Indonesias State Secretariat Minister Prasetyo Hadi said the government has not discussed any plans for a ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 9:12 pm

Indonesia plans special financial hub to attract investors: Prabowo

President Prabowo Subianto said Indonesia plans to establish a special financial center to strengthen its position as a ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 9:07 pm

Indonesia's economic fundamentals steady despite global pressures

Indonesias economic fundamentals remain solid despite global headwinds, with stable growth, controlled inflation ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 8:09 pm

Indonesia seeks backing for 2029-30 UN Security Council bid

Indonesia is seeking support from African, Caribbean and Pacific countries for its bid to become a non-permanent member ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 7:55 pm

President Prabowo links overseas visits to oil supply push

President Prabowo Subianto said his recent and upcoming overseas visits are focused on securing oil supplies for ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 7:48 pm

Indonesia continues D-8 chairmanship agenda despite postponed summit

Indonesia will continue its D-8 chairmanship agenda despite the postponement of the groups summit scheduled for ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 7:42 pm

Indonesia to cut 2026 Hajj costs despite rising fuel prices

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto announced that the cost of the Hajj pilgrimage in 2026 will be reduced by Rp2 ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 7:34 pm

Prabowo's core agenda includes continued transmigration: Ministry

Indonesias transmigration program is being aligned with President Prabowo Subiantos eight-point Asta Cita ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 7:25 pm

Indonesia urges Meta, Google to complete 'PP Tunas' documents

Indonesias Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs, Meutya Hafid, said Meta and Google must complete ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 6:57 pm

Indonesian deputy minister urges students to embrace global mindset

Indonesias Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology, Fauzan, has called on university ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 6:55 pm

New Swisslog APeC structure delivers greater resources to Southeast Asian customers

Swisslog, a global leader in automated intralogistics solutions, is strengthening the resources available to its ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 6:52 pm

Is Pakistans Peacemaker Role Driven by Ambition or Necessity?

For Islamabad, mediation is not a display of geopolitical muscle but an act of strategic self-preservation.

The Diplomat 8 Apr 2026 5:46 pm

President Prabowo flags risks of AI-generated content

President Prabowo Subianto warned that the development of artificial intelligence (AI) technology requires serious ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 5:33 pm

Indonesia taps campuses to boost skilled migrant workers

Indonesia is urging universities to help prepare students for overseas employment through campus-based migrant centers, ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 5:18 pm

In Iran, Trump faces the limits of American power | Analysis

The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran has not just failed to achieve its declared objectives but also reinforced Irans standing as a major regional power in West Asia, particularly in the Persian Gulf

The Hindu 8 Apr 2026 5:11 pm

RI Govt striving to stabilize airfares amid rising jet fuel prices

The Indonesian government has been striving to maintain airfare price stability amid rising global jet fuel prices, ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 5:11 pm

Possible hajj cost increase not to be burden for pilgrims: Prabowo

President Prabowo Subianto has ordered that if the cost of carrying out the Hajj pilgrimage increases due to the surge ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 5:06 pm

China's Foreign Minister to visit North Korea between April 9 and 10

Beijing has worked to draw Pyongyang back into its orbit, after the COVID-19 pandemic froze exchanges and as North Korean leader Kim Jong Un shored up relations with Moscow, sending troops and weapons in support of Russias war efforts in Ukraine

The Hindu 8 Apr 2026 4:14 pm

Prabowo cites strong government record, urges continued push

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto hailed his administration's strong performance in its first 1.5 years in ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 3:55 pm

Ministry pushes measles vaccination for healthcare workers

Indonesias Health Ministry announced it is prioritizing measles vaccinations for 39,212 medical personnel and ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 3:51 pm

India's lack of widebody aircraft a 'scandal', says incoming IndiGo chief

Indias aviation market is set to grow but is held back by limited long-haul capacity, says Willie Walsh.

BBC 8 Apr 2026 3:09 pm

Indonesia launches 2026 welfare guide to improve access

Indonesia has launched a pocket guide detailing its 2026 welfare programs to help the public better understand and ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 3:01 pm

Prabowo says Indonesia in better condition amid Middle East crisis

President Prabowo Subianto has assessed that Indonesia is in a better situation compared to other nations amid the ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 2:48 pm

DPR seeks psychologists' involvement in education system

House of Representatives (DPR) Commission X Chair Hetifah Sjaifudian stated that the commission is seeking the ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 2:41 pm

Prabowo gathers ministers, senior officials for strategic briefing

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto gathered ministers, deputy ministers, leaders of state agencies, and other senior ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 1:52 pm

Indonesia welcomes US-Iran ceasefire, reopening of Strait of Hormuz

Indonesia welcomed the two-week ceasefire deal between the US and Iran which includes a temporary reopening of the ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 1:48 pm

Diesel-to-solar shift to boost energy security: Indonesia

The Indonesian government's plan to convert diesel power plants (PLTD) into solar power plants (PLTS) aligns with ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 12:46 pm

Indonesia's ministry cuts official trips by 65 pct to protect services

Indonesia's Ministry of Religious Affairs will cut official travel by 65 percent to sustain priority public ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 11:44 am

TaoKaeNoi x Chen Zheyuan: A Global Journey of Flavor Where Taste Meets Lifestyle

TaoKaeNoi Food & Marketing PLC, Thailands leading seaweed snack brand, is elevating the fan experience ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 11:33 am

Indonesia lauds Rwanda conservation as economic driver

Indonesian Forestry Minister Raja Juli Antoni stressed the importance of sustainable natural resource management as a ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 11:33 am

Bapanas anticipates food price fluctuations ahead of Eid al-Adha

The National Food Agency (Bapanas) has taken anticipatory measures to control food price fluctuations ahead of Eid ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 11:03 am

EPG Adds Over US$100 Million in Series B+ Financing, Expanding Strategic Backing for Global AI Data Center Growth

EPG has closed over US$100 million in Series B+ financing led by Decarbonization Partners, a joint venture between ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 10:08 am

Indonesia achieves protein, carbohydrate self-sufficiency: Bapanas

Head of the National Food Agency (Bapanas) Andi Amran Sulaiman asserted that Indonesia has achieved self-sufficiency in ...

Antara News 8 Apr 2026 9:55 am

Trump branded crazy over apocalyptic Iran threats

Even some former allies have called for the 79-year-old Republican's removal from office after a series of outlandish and sometimes expletive-riddled social media posts

The Hindu 8 Apr 2026 2:14 am

American journalist Shelly Kittleson released, say Iraqi officials

The powerful Iran-backed Iraqi militia Kataib Hezbollah said in a statement earlier in the day it had decided to free Shelly Kittleson, who was abducted on March 31

The Hindu 7 Apr 2026 11:13 pm

A Lebanese seafarer caught in a double-whammy amid the West Asia war

Hundreds of merchant ships are stuck in the Gulf unable to move up or down the Strait of Hormuz

The Hindu 7 Apr 2026 11:12 pm

On Indias updated climate pledges

Indias announcement of its revised Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) to the Paris Agreement prompts scrutiny of its existing climate mitigation actions and the need to factor in the countrys developmental costs alongside those of meeting its climate commitments

The Hindu 7 Apr 2026 11:01 pm

Indonesian govt says 2026 Hajj preparations nearly complete

Indonesias Hajj and Umrah minister said preparations for the 2026 pilgrimage are nearly complete, with the first ...

Antara News 7 Apr 2026 10:55 pm

RI's finance minister says fuel subsidy policy follows president

Indonesias finance minister said key economic policies, including keeping subsidized fuel prices unchanged ...

Antara News 7 Apr 2026 10:50 pm

Arsari unit wins top green award, vows stronger action

A unit of Indonesias Arsari Tambang has reaffirmed its commitment to environmental protection after securing the ...

Antara News 7 Apr 2026 10:40 pm

World Health Day promotes science-based care for the elderly: Ministry

The Ministry of Health stated that World Health Day 2026 is a crucial moment to foster cross-sector collaboration and ...

Antara News 7 Apr 2026 10:30 pm

Saudi Fund for Development Signs USD 15 Million Agreement with the Republic of Palau to Drive Local Economic Growth

-The Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) today signed a USD 15 million development loan agreement with the Republic of ...

Antara News 7 Apr 2026 9:21 pm

Maluku, Netherlands boost ties in education and commodities

The Maluku Provincial Government and the Dutch Government are strengthening strategic cooperation in education and ...

Antara News 7 Apr 2026 7:29 pm

Industry Ministry encourages SMEs to optimize digital technology

The Industry Ministry urges small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to optimize the use of technology, as opportunities for ...

Antara News 7 Apr 2026 6:45 pm